Escape to Italy

The sandwiches are lovely and fresh, very customisable and have plenty of ingredients to choose from. We've had sandwiches from there three times now, and the amount of toppings and size of the sandwiches do fluctuate quite a bit, so some times are better than others. The most recent time had about 1/4 the amount of chicken in it compared to the last time, and much less bocconcini. I would definitely recommend getting the untoasted fresh roll if you're having rocket and chicken, because the rocket does wilt and the sandwiches don't get heated enough to know that the chicken is totally safe. The grilled eggplant and antipasto mix make the sandwiches shine, while the capsicum is quite vinegary, so it can be a bit overpowering. Freshly grilled vegetables would be so much better. Customising the sandwiches does make them quite expensive, so I hope the owner would consider adding prices for extras/add ons to the menu to make it easier to understand how much things cost. Overall, this is a lovely cafe and they do great sandwiches, I just wish they were more consistent.

Wow, finally found a place where you can get real Italian quality sandwich. Loved it and I recommend it. Sandwiches fantastic coffee amazing. Can't believe I had not heard about this place. It is small and well worth a trip to Richmond I will definitely be back for more.

If you appreciate great coffee then visit “Escape to Italy”. Alessandra has been preparing coffee for 40 years and it shows in her choice of coffee and the preparation which results in an excellent cup. Visiting here really felt like I’d “escaped to Italy”! Lots of delicious Italian food is available and the atmosphere is inviting and friendly. Definitely worth visiting and staying to enjoy what’s on offer. I felt so welcomed as if I were a guest in her home.

We always love popping into Escape to Italy on our days off. The coffee is always excellent and Sandra is also so kind and welcoming. Last visit, Sandra helped us pick a selection of cold meats and gave great recommendations. We recommend any locals looking for fresh and tasty cold meats, sandwiches and the best coffee to pay a visit. Thank you Sandra for bringing a slice of Italy to the Hawkesbury. We look forward to our next visit!

Had a lovely lunch at this delightful cafe. The focaccia and panini rolls are so tasty, and the coffee is top notch! The service from the friendly staff is excellent. Back again soon.

Service from Alessandra was professional and courteous and the fresh panini was full of flavour.

Truly a taste of Italy in the Hawkesbury, these made to order sandwiches were super fresh and delicious. This was our first visit and definitely won't be our last. Today our family shared and thoroughly enjoyed these three freshly made sandwiches... #1 on the new blackboard menu (see photo) It has no name yet, so I would like to suggest "Ottimo Burrata" which had amazing complimentary flavours with soft burrata cheese, prosciutto, eggplant wild rocket and bocconcini and pesto. On the regular blackboard menu we chose the Venito salami with antipasto on toasted focaccia. The last was Il Polo (chicken) roll with aioli sauce. We were able to customise the ingredients so chose the marinated red pepper together with grilled eggplant. Yummm! We would highly recommend you visit "Escape to Italy" and customise your favourite fresh, made to order sandwiches for your own taste of Italy. Bellissimo grazie mille

North Richmond’s hidden gem, Escape to Italy, offering an authentic Italian experience with warm and friendly service and dinning experience, with a simple yet fresh and tasty menu of true authentic Italian cuisine, along with great coffee and other beverages. You can even find something in the fridge to take home with freshly prepared foods you can enjoy at home. Excellent value! Plenty of car parking, Public amenities at shopping centre. Would highly recommend a visit